An introduction to sports engineering

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If you are a high-achieving graduate in engineering and the physical sciences, learn to develop and apply your technical knowledge to the world of sport. The course gives you the skills and knowledge to work at the cutting edge of research and development in the sports equipment industry.

BSc Sport and Exercise

We recruit high-quality, motivated students to carry out theoretical and applied PhD projects which are often sponsored by external clients. On average we take on two to three PhD students each year.

We provide a stimulating and supportive environment within the centre, with extensive facilities to support the research. Students also undertake a programme of training in research methods, literature retrieval, oral presentation skills, project planning and costing, academic and technical writing skills, IPR and patents.